Kelly Smith, LCSW

Therapist in Montana

Practical support for stress and self esteem

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23 years of experience listed

LCSW professional credentials

English languages

Calm nonjudgmental space
Practical skills focused
Experience with trauma

About Kelly

Kelly Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 23 years of experience in Montana. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief, trauma, and concerns about self esteem and confidence. Kelly aims to make the first step into therapy feel manageable and recognizes that reaching out takes courage.

She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk through feelings and worries. Sessions include straightforward conversation about current problems and practical steps to try between meetings. Kelly listens for patterns that keep people stuck and helps them test small changes to find what actually helps.

Her background includes long-term work supporting people after loss, trauma, and major life changes. That experience informs how she approaches overwhelming emotions and practical challenges like sleep disruption, anger, and relationship strain. She also brings knowledge of issues such as parenting strain, intimacy-related concerns, and challenges faced by first responders and veterans.

Kelly will often focus on building confidence, improving daily routines, and strengthening coping skills. She uses methods that are evidence-based and tailored to each person, choosing what fits the problem and the person’s life. The aim is to make progress feel realistic and clear.

When someone is ready to start, Kelly helps them set simple goals and plans for work between sessions. Her style is direct but compassionate, focusing on what people want to change and how to get there.

How therapy approaches shape online care

Kelly uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach she uses helps people identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, then test small changes to reduce anxiety and boost confidence. This method is useful for stress, low self esteem, and everyday mood struggles.

Another approach she often applies focuses on coping after trauma and loss by helping people name their experiences, process strong emotions at a manageable pace, and develop steady routines for sleep and daily life. That work can also support people dealing with grief, first responder stress, or post-traumatic reactions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Kelly will talk with each person about their goals, try techniques that fit their needs, and adjust the plan as progress is made. She aims to involve the client in choosing tools and deciding what to practice between sessions.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time, allowing brief check-ins when needed, and letting people choose quieter times of day. It can also make it simpler to maintain continuity during life changes while working toward realistic goals.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGrief Self esteemADHD

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementDepression Coping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterFirst responder issuesForgivenessHospice and end-of-life counselingLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

23+ years

Credentials

Montana

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kelly commonly address

Kelly works with people on stress, anxiety, trauma and grief. She also helps with self esteem, confidence, sleep issues, anger, depression, and life transitions.

How would you describe her therapy style

Her approach is straightforward and compassionate. She creates a nonjudgmental space and focuses on practical steps to try between sessions.

What is her professional background

Kelly is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 23 years of professional experience. Much of her work has involved helping people cope with loss, trauma, and major life changes.

Where is Kelly based and what credential does she hold

She practices in Montana and holds the credential MT LCSW, which is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential in Montana.

Which languages are sessions offered in

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are fees and payment handled

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to begin working together

To get started, select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.